CTS Program of Studies

The CTS program of studies addresses health and safety through the identification of specific elements that need to be in place to support safe learning environments, including facilities, tools, equipment, materials, and instructional qualifications. Additionally, learning outcomes related to and requiring health and safety awareness and the demonstration of safe practices are integrated in all CTS courses. These outcomes are reinforced by the teacher throughout the delivery of each CTS course. Student performance and growth in self-management and working with others in safe environments is assessed with the involvement of the student, teacher, peers, and others as part of each CTS course.

Safety concerns in CTS learning environments vary greatly from occupational area to occupational area. Students learn to safely manage themselves and the tools and equipment they work with in each learning environment. A culture of health and safety awareness is integrated into the entire school environment as students develop attitudes, skills, knowledge, and values around personal safety and the safety of others that transfers beyond the classroom to personal life and work life.

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